MATCHDAY TIMELINE
11:30 a.m. | Parking Opens |
12-3 p.m. | Tailgate Party |
1:30 p.m. | Gates Open |
2:45-3 p.m. | March to the Match |
3:30 p.m. | Kickoff |
Allow ample time to arrive at Soldier Field. Fans are highly encouraged to purchase parking in advance and arrive early. Expect increased traffic and congestion due to multiple events near Museum Campus on Sunday, April 13.

FAN ACTIVITIES
Pre-Match Tailgate Party
12-3 p.m. on the Stadium Green (Outside Gate 6)
Don't miss the official pre-match tailgate on the Stadium Green! Beat traffic and get to Soldier Field early to enjoy the official party. Located on the South Lawn just outside Gate 6, enjoy fun for the whole family, including: inflatables, games, partner activations, local food trucks, the Heineken Trailer, a DJ and live music! Plus, the first 5,000 fans will receive the tailgate giveaway: a pair of Chicago Fire sunglasses presented by Bradley University!
Sparky's Courtyard at Soldier Field
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Just inside the South Gates at Soldier Field, fans can pose with Chicago Fire photo ops, get face paint and meet Sparky! The courtyard features a variety of games and activities for all ages, DJ performances and partner activations. Make sure to stop by the Official Team Shop just off the Courtyard, which offers commemorative matchday T-shirts, scarves and a limited-edition match poster made by local artist Walker TKL (only 100 available).
Chicago Fire Foundation
Enter the 50/50 Raffle pres. by Magellan Corporation by purchasing raffle tickets from an in-Stadium attendant or online at Fire5050.com. This match features a guaranteed $5,000 minimum jackpot. Additionally, all raffle ticket holders will be entered to win a team-autographed 2025 Chicago Fire jersey! Proceeds benefit the Chicago Fire Foundation.

TICKET INFORMATION
All tickets are mobile. Fans should download tickets via the official Chicago Fire mobile app before arriving at the stadium.
- Only digital tickets will be accepted at Soldier Field.
- For assistance with mobile ticketing, please click here.
- For assistance with tickets on matchday, visit the Gate 10 box office.
- Ticket transfer or resale is available via Ticketmaster account manager.
PARKING AND DIRECTIONS
SUNDAY, APRIL 13: Please arrive early and arrange your transportation and/or parking in advance. Expect increased traffic and congestion due to multiple events near Museum Campus.
Make your transportation plans before the match. On-site parking is extremely limited and recommended to be purchased in advance. There are a multitude of transportation options including the Metra, CTA, and rideshare.
- On-site Parking is available to purchase online for the North Garage, Waldron Deck and South Lot. These parking facilities are accessible via McFetridge Drive, Waldron Drive, or the 18th St. exit off of Lakeshore Drive. Parking lots open three hours prior to kick-off.
- The CTA can help you travel to and from Soldier Field quickly and efficiently. Soldier Field can be reached on the #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express bus. When departing the Soldier Field area after the match, board #146 buses along the west side of the Transportation Center at the corner of McFetridge and Museum Campus Drive, just northeast of the stadium.
- Rideshare pick-up and drop-off is located at the 18th St. turnaround just west of Lake Shore Drive and on Balbo Dr. at Columbus Dr.
- Bicycle parking is available near Gates 7 & 14, the Waldron Deck & Field Museum. The stadium is not responsible for lost or stolen property.

STADIUM POLICIES
BAG POLICY | For all events at Soldier Field, All-Clear Bag Policy is in place. Approved bags are limited to:
- Bags that are clear plastic and do not exceed 12"x 6"x 12".
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc bag or similar).
- Small clutch bags, no larger than 4.5”x 6.5”, with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options.
- Medical bags/kits are acceptable but must be searched and approved by security and EMS.
Management reserves the right to inspect, search or seize any item carried into Soldier Field. Violators will be denied access, evicted or arrested at management's discretion.
For bags that are not approved, lockers are available on the south end of the stadium near 18th Street and Lake Shore Drive for $10 cash/credit
Please see below for more information on Stadium Policies:
